What is the cheapest way to get from Elmhurst to Waukegan?

The cheapest way to get from Elmhurst to Waukegan is to train which costs $6 - $8 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elmhurst to Waukegan?

The fastest way to get from Elmhurst to Waukegan is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Elmhurst and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Elmhurst to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from 1st St & York St and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Mannheim/Lake, Archer & Neva Terminal, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Elmhurst and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Elmhurst to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Elmhurst and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Elmhurst to Waukegan?

The distance between Elmhurst and Waukegan is 52 miles. The road distance is 39.6 miles.

How do I travel from Elmhurst to Waukegan without a car?

The best way to get from Elmhurst to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $6 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Elmhurst to Waukegan?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Elmhurst to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmhurst to Waukegan bus from?

Elmhurst to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Mannheim/Lake station.

Where do I catch the Elmhurst to Waukegan train from?

Elmhurst to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elmhurst station.

Train or bus from Elmhurst to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Elmhurst to Waukegan is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $6 - $8. Alternatively, you can line 330 bus and line 62 bus and bus, which costs $40 - $140 and takes 4h.

Where does the Elmhurst to Waukegan bus arrive?

Elmhurst to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Archer/Harlem station.

Where does the Elmhurst to Waukegan train arrive?

Elmhurst to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Elmhurst to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmhurst to Waukegan is 40 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Elmhurst to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Elmhurst to Waukegan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 330 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Elmhurst to Waukegan by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Elmhurst to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
2h 34m
$6–8
Line 330 bus, line 62 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mannheim/Lake to Archer/Harlembus 330
2. Take the bus from Archer & Neva Terminal to 35th/Archer Orange Line Stationbus 62
3. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus
4h
$42–138
Drive 39.4 mi
1. Drive from Elmhurst to Waukegancar 39.4 mi
48 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elmhurst to Waukegantaxi 39.4 mi
48 min
$100–130

Elmhurst to Waukegan by train

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 52 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Elmhurst, IL, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Elmhurst to Waukegan via Chicago OTC in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 1st St & York St to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Lake St & Mannheim Rd, Mannheim/Lake, Archer/Harlem, Archer & Neva Terminal, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 4h.

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